bay

Definition

A body of water (especially the sea) contained by a concave shoreline.

Etymology

From French baie, from Late Latin baia, probably ultimately from Iberian or Basque badia. Partly displaced native Old English byht, whence bight.

Example Sentences

• "This hotel has a great view across the bay."
• "'Twas early June, the new grass was flourishing everywheres, the posies in the yard—peonies and such—in full bloom, the sun was shining, and the water of the bay was blue, with light green streaks where the shoal showed."